Manoj K

When red blood stained a red carpet

It was a night when the biggest celebs in town come down for a get-together. Business czars descended in their flashy cars. Social queens did their best to show off their newest sarees and jewellery. And camera flashing reporters made sure everyone gave their brightest smile. All was well until the glamour heroine Swarna Malathi, in her early 20s (read early 40s), landed on the scene. She was a controversial celeb known for her sharp comments. She was a ‘must-be-invitee’ at most Page 3 parties at this venue. I have seen her many times. But something was different on that particular day. The lady was dressed in a long gown; so long it covered the entire length of my body. Upon seeing her, the camera wielding reporters ran to get a close up shot. And one of them accidentally stood on her long gown. Unknowingly, Swarna Malathi took a confident step forward, only to stain my red skin with her red blood. Covered in shame and red blood, the glamour queen made a fast exit from the scene. You can still see the stains on extreme right corner (but don’t try finding it, my red is brighter).


(On a red carpet)